Genius Blacksmith’s Game - Chapter 82
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The Genius Blacksmith’s Game
The Genius Blacksmith’s Game
Dragon Light Sword (1)
Dragon Light Sword (1)
[You can receive a blacksmith shop as a grant from Barad.]
Guild Gwangmyeong needed a base to settle down, and if that place was a blacksmith shop, it couldn’t be better.
“I’m thinking of granting you a blacksmith shop wherever you want. Would it be fine if I grant it in Balas territory?”
Hyeon-su shook his head.
“No.”
Barad became puzzled. If he had filled 110% development, he was a benefactor of Balas territory.
Also, wasn’t a blacksmith territory a perfect fit for Hyeon-su?
“Is it because the territory is too small?”
Barad thought that could be the case, but Hyeon-su smiled slightly.
“Not at all. I just want the blacksmiths there to develop their skills more.”
“You want them to develop their skills more?”
It was incomprehensible. If Hyeon-su was there, wouldn’t they be able to display their abilities even greater?
“What do you think would happen if I set up a blacksmith shop there and word spreads?”
Barad understood after hearing those words.
Hyeon-su would absorb many customers.
‘He has the qualities of a good lord…’
Barad was quietly impressed. And considering efficiency, Hyeon-su’s words were correct.
Hyeon-su could make a blacksmith shop prosper wherever he went.
Balas territory was currently the most rising territory.
The territory and Hyeon-su’s blacksmith shop being in different places would be more efficient.
The biggest problem was that Balas territory was too small.
‘If Hyeon-su’s identity were to be discovered there…’
Countless people would flock there, and there would be those who would pose threats.
Balas territory’s military strength was too meager to handle that.
“I’m just thinking of stopping by occasionally to hear about the weapons they’ve crafted.”
Even so, Hyeon-su spoke of constantly communicating with them.
“Then tell me if there’s a blacksmith shop in a territory you want.”
And Hyeon-su’s words were half true and half false.
It was true that it was for Balas territory, and he knew that someone like King Barad could grant a blacksmith shop wherever he wanted.
Also, it was located too far on the outskirts to serve as a base for one guild.
“If there are missions you want to give me next time, please let me know.”
Hyeon-su didn’t know, but that was still part of Barad’s remaining test.
Hyeon-su, who had paid his respects, stepped out.
Barad, who was watching his retreating figure, nodded his head.
‘Certainly, another place would be better.’
It was drawn before Barad’s eyes.
One territory.
Dozens of Hyeon’s Blacksmith Shops hanging their nameplates there.
***
[Nel: I’ll look into places with the greatest development potential and good locations.]
[Guild Master Hyeon-su: I’ll stay in Balas territory for a few days and move when the base is decided.]
[Nel: Yes.]
The blacksmiths who returned to Balas territory.
Hyeon-su planned to teach them. And he intended to teach the skilled blacksmiths more thoroughly.
‘Then they can teach the new blacksmiths who come to the territory.’
That way, Balas territory could grow steadily.
Of course, it wasn’t his base, but Hyeon-su was confident.
‘Someday Balas territory will be of great help to me.’
The blind faith the blacksmiths had in Hyeon-su. The heart that practically revered him as much as a lord.
That value was beyond imagination.
This was an investment for the future.
And as soon as Hyeon-su went to Balas territory, he taught the blacksmiths for several days.
And late at night, he was about to enter the rental forge that Barad had prepared for him to logout.
At that moment, Hyeon-su felt an unknown presence.
When he turned his head, he could see someone waiting inside the blacksmith shop.
Hyeon-su was quite surprised.
It was none other than Lord Bellin.
***
Bellin lost her father early.
Even when her father was alive, the territory enjoyed prosperity, and after she became lord, Balas territory was operated smoothly.
But even during that time, Bellin had been ignored by other neighboring territory lords.
It was operated smoothly, not excellently.
But at today’s lords’ meeting, not a single lord could raise their head in front of Bellin.
It was because a messenger bird had been sent saying that Barad would personally visit the territory soon.
It was because Balas territory might now be reborn as quite an important territory.
However, Bellin was honestly not confident.
The growth of Balas territory was certainly a good thing.
But because of that, Balas territory was now exposed to more dangers.
She needed someone.
Someone who could protect this territory that her father had left behind.
She cautiously began to speak.
“You’re leaving soon.”
“That’s right.”
“That’s regrettable.”
Regrettable. Hyeon-su knew that those words weren’t about affection or anything like that.
After hesitating for a long time, Bellin spoke.
“I am a lord, but I am lacking. Thanks to you, Balas territory will develop even more, but I doubt whether I can lead this Balas territory smoothly.”
Hyeon-su made a puzzled expression.
Suddenly talking about her qualifications as a lord?
Soon she spoke with a bitter smile.
“Become a noble. I believe you have that kind of power. And when you rise high, please come back to Balas territory. Depending on what kind of powerful noble you become, I will share the stakes of this Balas territory with you.”
Hyeon-su was shocked.
‘Giving me a share of the territory?’
Giving a share of the territory was a much bigger deal than it seemed.
The advantage of becoming a lord was that you could collect taxes.
Those taxes could be shared with Lord Bellin.
“If you exceed expectations, it might not just be a share.”
Through Bellin’s words, Hyeon-su became certain.
‘If I exceed her expectations, I might even get the position of lord?’
Soon a Quest notification appeared.
Ding!
[Hidden Quest: Noble]
Grade: S
Restriction: One who received Bellin’s intentions.
Reward: Share of territory.
Failure Penalty: Favorability with Bellin drops to minimum.
Description: Lord Bellin of Balas territory has firm faith in you. Live up to that faith and return to this territory.
“I understand, Lord.”
“I’ll be waiting.”
When Hyeon-su answered, she smiled slightly and disappeared.
Hyeon-su was amazed. Depending on how much he advanced, the rewards would differ astronomically.
‘Become a noble.’
What wonderful words.
Among high rankers, there were already some who were actually active as nobles.
It was a moment when a new goal was drawn.
Then.
[Nel: I’ve decided on a base, Prea territory not far from Goyad Kingdom Capital. Let’s get a blacksmith shop there. And I have something to discuss.]
Hyeon-su moved immediately.
After saying goodbye to the blacksmiths, he headed to Prea territory.
Nel had already secured the best-looking blacksmith shop.
[You have become the owner of the blacksmith shop in Prea territory.]
They decided not to put up a sign.
And Nel, who said she had something important to discuss, spoke.
“It’s time to receive your real first commission.”
The first commission. In other words, the first commission for a user.
The recent first commission was actually fake.
It was Blacksmith Hyeon crafting for Crazy Rookie through AJ internet broadcast.
“As you know, there were hundreds of crafting commission notes piled up. I reviewed them and selected the person I thought might be most helpful to you and us.”
The auction house could be managed by multiple people if the blacksmith shop owner approved.
Manager Nel had steadily reviewed them and found the one who would produce the most beneficial effect.
“This is the person.”
Hyeon-su checked the person who would receive the first crafting commission she handed over.
***
Hanseong Group was one of the top 10 corporations in the country. The youngest son there, Lee Tae-ha, was practically a disowned child.
Chairman Lee Tae-seong sat on the sofa and looked at Tae-ha standing in front of him.
“Are you still playing that useless game called Ares?”
“…Don’t worry about it.”
Whenever Tae-ha met Chairman Lee Tae-seong, they were always busy fighting. Tae-seong looked at him with a displeased expression.
“…Why did you call me?”
“You know your grandfather is critically ill. I heard you have a special job called Dragon Knight in that Ares place, is that right?”
“That’s right.”
“Grandfather says he wants to see a dragon.”
Lee Tae-ha couldn’t answer.
Grandfather had developed dementia a few years ago.
And every day he said he wanted to see a dragon.
Tae-ha was closest to his grandfather.
Also, since childhood, grandfather would tell him stories about dragon legends.
That’s why he became a Dragon Knight. Thinking that maybe he could show him a dragon.
But he couldn’t show him one.
“…I don’t have a dragon yet.”
Absurdly, Dragon Knights were supposed to fight by borrowing the power of dragons.
But that was from level 500, and actually the dragons in Ares were level 600 and had never shown themselves.
At Tae-ha’s answer, Tae-seong’s brow furrowed.
“Still, try looking for one. It’s grandfather’s last wish.”
“I’m already looking.”
Tae-ha spoke roughly and went outside.
A sigh flowed from Tae-ha’s mouth as he stepped outside.
Domestic ranking 21st.
Dragon Knight Risel.
That was the name Tae-ha had claimed.
‘Damn it, I’m a Dragon Knight but can’t summon a dragon.’
It was ridiculous. He was currently seeking any means possible to meet a dragon.
He had also put in requests to high ranker summoners.
‘If you can summon or show me a dragon, I’ll give you as much as you want.’
‘If you can summon or show me a dragon, I’ll give you as much as you want.’
‘A dragon? Where are there any dragons in Ares right now?’
‘A dragon? Where are there any dragons in Ares right now?’
He also put in a request to an information guild.
‘Based on our guild’s information network, there are currently no quests or content related to dragons.’
‘Based on our guild’s information network, there are currently no quests or content related to dragons.’
It was our country’s best information guild.
He decided to grasp at straws.
How about having one made instead?
He also put in requests to sculptors and blacksmiths.
The sculptors.
‘A dragon? My level is too low.’
‘A dragon? My level is too low.’
They said it was impossible. Finally, the blacksmiths.
‘You’re saying a dragon needs to dwell in an artifact, how is that possible?’
‘You’re saying a dragon needs to dwell in an artifact, how is that possible?’
Tae-ha was frustrated.
Grandfather had been his only friend in this cold chaebol family.
“Damn it, damn it, damn it!”
Tae-ha, who had returned to his home, was in despair.
The 1st ranked blacksmith, the 1st ranked summoner, and even the top information guild all said it was impossible.
“I said I’d pay any amount of money!”
Of course, he knew this was his own unreasonable demand.
Tae-ha clutched his head in his hands.
“Grandfather, I’m sorry….”
Wasn’t this the final dream of his grandfather, who had been his only friend?
Just then.
Bzzzzzz-
His phone vibrated.
He pulled out his mobile phone with a puzzled expression.
[A message has arrived from Hyeon’s Blacksmith Shop.]
Hyeon’s Blacksmith Shop?
Soon, Lee Tae-ha’s eyes widened.
[Hello, this is Hyeon’s Blacksmith Shop. The dragon-imbued artifact you mentioned can be crafted.]
‘What?’
Tae-ha frowned. Even he thought that response didn’t make sense.
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